Review Of Commodity Distribution Programs

Extract: The Food Stamp Program was made part of permanent legislation in 1964. Studies of the economic impact of the program have been conducted by scientists in government, universities, and private research agencies. Since the program is relatively new, the existence of many of these studies is not generally known. This bibliography contains brief descriptions of the major empirical studies completed prior to 1974. Studies included relate to performance aspects of the various food stamp programs which have been tried. It is hoped that the bibliography will be helpful to scientists interested in conducting food stamp studies, and to policymakers. (Author)

Abstract: This hearing examines the availability of commodities for distribution to food assistance programs. The hearing is intended to emphasize the importance of commodity distribution programs and the changes that are taking place in these programs (i.e. there is a lower supply of surplus commodities available). Testimony is received from representatives of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture and two state human services departments.